Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jesse Keen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jesse Keen Elementary School's student population of 614 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2018
School Calendar
School Mascot
Explorers
School Rankings
Jesse Keen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jesse Keen Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3492 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
73%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Explorers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesse Keen Elementary School's ranking?
Jesse Keen Elementary School is ranked #3492 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jesse Keen Elementary School often compared to?
Jesse Keen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosabelle W. Blake Academy, Winston Academy Of Engineering by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jesse Keen Elementary School?
614 students attend Jesse Keen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Jesse Keen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jesse Keen Elementary School?
Jesse Keen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jesse Keen Elementary School offer ?
Jesse Keen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jesse Keen Elementary School part of?
Jesse Keen Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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